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Old 03-04-2009, 03:14 PM
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Originally Posted by vstech View Post
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any decent vacuum pump will do fine if you change the dryer.
Which should be changed on principle, anyway.

Also, I gotta highlight the decent part of your statement. The pump that the OP linked us to says... Medo Vacuum Pump 115VAC 'Model # VP0625-V1014-D2-0511 Rated 9.84 in. HG

That isn't enough. I recommend the Harbor Freight electric option. Or... If you're creative, do what I did and simply reclaim an old refrigerator compressor. A little epoxy, some adapters, and a power cord gets you a vacuum pump for cheap. Mine will pull down to a verified 29.5 - A pretty good deal for an hour of work and $20 in parts, including the compressor.
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